NOTE: Since rules vary from state to state, it’s important to check your state’s legislation before setting up a rainwater collection system. CLICK HERE. A one-inch storm on a 1,000 ft roof generates ...

If looking at your downspout leaves you less than impressed, here's a clever DIY that can transform it from an eyesore into a ...

Two years ago, Amy and Kevin Petersen built their own water storage system in less than an hour, for just $50. At a Virginia Beach Master Gardeners workshop, the couple assembled a 55-gallon rain ...

With rain in the forecast in southern Colorado today, there’s a way you can use this moisture to your advantage. We’re talking about rain barrels! These were banned up until last year, but now you can ...

Approximately 30% of U.S. household water use goes toward outdoor purposes like irrigation or car washing. Cutting back on that usage from your local water system can cut down on local pollution and ...

Though people have been collecting rainwater for thousands of years, the process can be mystifying. “Most homeowners know what a rain barrel is. They know the design they want and how much they’re ...

Rainwater harvesting became legal for the first time in Colorado in 2016. After several seasons of rain barrels being put to use, it’s a good time to ask an expert for an update. Deryn Davidson is the ...

A 50-gallon rain barrel can capture significant amounts of water during San Diego's infrequent rain events, according to ...